Understand the role & importance of setting up a business plan (C)
Be able to create a simple business plan (B)
Research business bank accounts - what advice would you offer to a small business regarding their banking when starting up
Starter (5 mins)
List 3 reasons why a business plan should be made before starting a business
Key Words (2 mins)
Add to your keywords spreadsheet.....
Information (5 mins)
Purpose
The purpose of the business plan is to give all stakeholders a clear picture of the expectations for the business and the direction the business will take. For the entrepreneurs writing the business plan encourages them to think clearly about all areas of running a business and look clearly at all the costs and any potential pitfalls. For financiers the business plan shows them that the business is a viable proposition and that it will be able to maintain a good cash flow and keep up repayments on loans. A well written business plan can also be shown to existing successful entrepreneurs who may be able to give advice on the feasibility of the business.
What to include If you are looking for finance the banks you are approaching will tell you what they expect to see in your business plan. It should include details of production/supply, resources, marketing and finance. The list below would be a good start for a business plan.
Business details - name, history, location, owners details, legal structure
Equipment - what equipment is needed and what it will cost
Premises - size, location, cost
Suppliers - details of your suppliers
Personnel - employees and their salaries
Product/Service - details of testing and market research
Production - what production methods will be used (if making a product)
Marketing - how you intend to market your product/service
SWOT Analysis - how your product will utilise its strengths and minimise weaknesses
Costs & Revenues - what your total costs and revenues are estimated to be
Cash Flow Forecast - your predictions for the first 12 months
Finance - your finance sources for your start-up
Task (43 mins)
Draw up a business plan for YOUR bouncy castle business. You may need to do a little research for some sections but you will be able to use the spreadsheets you have already drawn up.
Make a copy (you will need to be logged in to Google Drive )or download the template to Word
Plenary (5 mins)
Swap ideas from your research with a friend - give each other feedback.
The business plan
Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3 Lesson 4 Lesson 5 Lesson 6 Lesson 7 End of Unit Test
Lesson Objectives
Starter (5 mins)
List 3 reasons why a business plan should be made before starting a businessKey Words (2 mins)
Add to your keywords spreadsheet.....Information (5 mins)
Purpose
The purpose of the business plan is to give all stakeholders a clear picture of the expectations for the business and the direction the business will take. For the entrepreneurs writing the business plan encourages them to think clearly about all areas of running a business and look clearly at all the costs and any potential pitfalls. For financiers the business plan shows them that the business is a viable proposition and that it will be able to maintain a good cash flow and keep up repayments on loans. A well written business plan can also be shown to existing successful entrepreneurs who may be able to give advice on the feasibility of the business.What to include
If you are looking for finance the banks you are approaching will tell you what they expect to see in your business plan. It should include details of production/supply, resources, marketing and finance. The list below would be a good start for a business plan.
Task (43 mins)
Draw up a business plan for YOUR bouncy castle business. You may need to do a little research for some sections but you will be able to use the spreadsheets you have already drawn up.
Make a copy (you will need to be logged in to Google Drive )or download the template to Word
Plenary (5 mins)
Swap ideas from your research with a friend - give each other feedback.